Group Seminars

When members of more than one organization meet to receive instruction together, this falls into our category of seminars. A seminar, like a Clinic, is meant to go for up to 8 hours of instruction in the various disciplines. These guided discussions on theory and practical application are our highest form of instruction from an academic standpoint.

Our world-class and respected instructors are prepared to share with you their knowledge and experience on the field, on the stage or parade route, and of course in the practice hall. Topics can be arranged for solo competition and performance, midsection integration and development, band competition and performance, equipment and tuning, ensemble presentation, marching and deportment, and much more. Let us know your needs and we will work with you to assemble a syllabus for a successful seminar.

Seminar Instructional Faculty

Our Principals are the primary instructors for group seminars. Our associate faculty members are also available for group instruction. We are happy to refer you to quality instructors in various disciplines if ever a member of our faculty is unavailable to meet your scheduling needs.

Group Seminar Charges

The hosting group is responsible for all expenses of the instructor or instructors in the course of instructing the band as well as during travel to and from the location where those services are to be provided, including but not limited to transportation, accommodation and meals. Due to our instructors' busy schedules, dates for group seminars should be arranged at least 2 to 6 months in advance.

When an instructor is able to travel by car to the venue, the band is responsible to reimburse milleage at the current rate allowable by the IRS. Where air travel is necessary, the host will arrange and pay for a flight suitable to the instructor's schedule and location. An additional 'Airport Fee' of $20 per day will be added to cover the combined cost of parking and travel to/from the airport.